New Grad RN

Hourly wage estimate: $32.14 - $48.20. The estimate represents the typical wage range for candidates hired in this role. Factors such as skills, experience, and comparison to existing employees may influence the actual salary.

About the role

The HCA Healthcare Residency Program at TriCities Hospital is a year-long, paid program designed to transition new graduate nurses from the classroom to professional practice. As a Resident I Graduate Nurse, you will receive hands-on experience, advanced clinical training, and mentorship to develop clinical and critical thinking skills. The program includes:

• Advanced clinical training in a specialty area
• Monthly educational sessions
• Preceptorship with a facility preceptor
• Skills measurement and evaluation through simulations
• Mentoring from experienced nurse leaders
• Collaborative work on an evidence-based practice project

Flexible start dates are available. Shift assignments depend on unit needs at the time of hire.

The RN Resident coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with departmental, state, and specialty standards. Using the "Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage" nursing model, the RN Resident collaborates with medical providers and care teams to provide individualized, compassionate care while serving as a patient, family, and caregiver advocate.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition during admission and each scheduled shift, reporting any changes in status
• Perform procedures, monitoring, and other functions as ordered by medical providers
• Document care administration in the patient medical record accurately and promptly
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor patient response
• Notify providers and intervene as needed for unintended medication responses
• Respond promptly to patient requests and proactively anticipate patient needs
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers about medical conditions, status, treatment plans, medications, side effects, and follow-up measures
• Translate complex medical terminology to ensure understanding

Requirements

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification obtained within 30 days of employment
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification obtained within 1 year of employment
• Additional certifications may be required during employment
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program
• Registered Nurse License or Graduate Nurse status in the state
• No previous experience required
• Some travel may be needed for training

Benefits

We offer a total rewards package supporting health, life, career, and retirement, including:

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine benefits
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flexible spending accounts and preferred banking partnerships
• Retirement readiness tools and rollover support
• Financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, and certification support
• Dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Fertility and family-building benefits, adoption assistance, and life insurance
• Supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, and identity theft protection
• Consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for some benefits may vary by location.

About the organization

TriCities Hospital has provided quality healthcare services since 1915, offering patients access to trained physicians and advanced technology. As a 140+ bed acute care facility, it is a leading provider in the Tri-Cities Region. The hospital is a top performer recognized by the Joint Commission and has received accolades from the American Association of Respiratory Care. The emergency room is stroke and chest pain accredited.

At TriCities Hospital, our "care like family" culture extends to patients, staff, and the community. We are committed to collaborative, safe, and compassionate care. HCA Healthcare, our parent organization, has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times and has invested an estimated $3.7 billion in charitable care, uninsured discounts, and uncompensated expenses in recent years.